penalize
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/ˈpiːnəlaɪz/
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/ˈpiːnəlaɪz/
to punish someone for breaking a rule or law
The teacher will penalize students for late homework.
老师会因迟交作业而处罚学生。
to give a penalty in sports or games for breaking rules
The referee will penalize players for fouls.
裁判员会对犯规的球员进行处罚。
to treat someone unfairly, putting them at a disadvantage
The new rules penalize small businesses unfairly.
新规定不公平地惩罚了小企业。